Guarini participates in Equity staged readings of The Awakening of Angel DeLuna,[30] hosts and/or performs for various Broadway and stage-related benefits,[31][32] and other industry-related events including Broadway on the Hudson,[32][33] the Times Square Tony Awards Simulcast in 2014 and 2015,[34] adding executive producer duties in 2015. The Fansville Dr. Pepper commercial has three actors. 2023 Billboard Media, LLC. Editor in Chief, Yahoo Music March 30, 2015, 1:34 PM No, that's not the Darkness's Justin. So what has Justin Guarini been up to? Diet Dr Pepper mascot Lil' Sweet and the Doctor himself team up in a "Sister Christian"-inspired power ballad that celebrates the two-in-one flavors of Dr Pepper & Cream Sodas. The Voices Team Ariana Sings Together in Cute New Video, Selena Gomez Talks About Losing Touch with Wizards of Waverly Place Castmates, Everything to Know About The Voice New Coach Niall Horan, 10 Things Got Talent Didnt Tell You About Marcelito Pomoy. [15] His second child, Asher, was born on February 25, 2013. She went from just another face in the crowd to a true pop star in another words, anAmerican Idol! Wanting to continue his singing career, Justin independently released his second album, Stranger Things Have Happened Here. In the ad, Lil Sweet defies gravity by sliding down the banister as he rescues two dads craving a cupcake, but fearful of the calories. ". Although he did live in Los Angeles for many years, Justin confirmed to Visit Bucks County that he moved back home to raise his family. In the new ad, Guarini, nearly unrecognizable in his long purple wig, plays an undersized singer named Lil Sweet, who can defy gravity and hear when you cry on the inside. JUSTIN Guarini is best known for being the runner-up on season one of American Idol, but what has he been up to since? Now in his 40s, Guarini has had roles in a number of Broadway musicals, including Wicked, Romeo and Juliet, and American Idiot (per Broadway World). Yes, That's Justin Guarini In That Diet Dr Pepper Commercial. Of course, we all remember Guarini for competing against Kelly Clarkson on the first season of American Idol back in 2002. Guarini wrote about his decision between the two offers in his exclusive 2008 blog for the television site, Fancast, stating, "I had attended master classes I learned Zulu and Sotho phrases, as well as the music from the show. Other professional performances Guarini has starred in include: Guarini has also guest-starred on shows like Wizards of Waverly Place, a Disney original featuring Selena Gomez. But, now I knew I was onto something, and I wasn't letting go. Releasing music for Lil' Sweet inspired him to make music again. By Taylor Weatherby Updated March 31, 2015 at 11:30 PM EDT. In May 2008, Guarini released an acoustic EP titled Revolve comprising three songs ("Sweet Time", "Rock Bottom", and "When She Cries") co-written and co-produced with Shaun Ingram. Teen Mom Cheyenne Floyd STUNS in tight white dress for over-the-top engagement photoshoot with fianc Zach Davis. In 2011, he and Reina welcomed their first child together, a son named William Neko Bell Guarini. Justin performs in the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Parade from time to time and has been a co-host throughout the years. 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[9], Guarini became a part of the Broadway community with his 2010 Broadway debut as Carlos in a musical adaptation of Pedro Almodovar's film Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown. In 2013, the singer actually sat down with Oprah, and revealed that his fame from American Idol may have helped his career, but it damaged his life. Justin and his wife Reina met in high school but the pair only started dating in the mid-2000s. While he may be no pop leading man, he has still become impressively successful. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. . Beck Bennett (AT&T) - $250,000 Guarini's musical experience started at age four when he was accepted by the Atlanta Boy Choir. Justin Guarini is back on television 13 years after he made his debut on 2002's . He then asks if it is hot in the room or if it was just him. Justin Guarini TV Commercials We don't make the ads - We measure them Sign up to track 19 nationally aired TV ad campaigns for Justin Guarini. Other professional performances Guarini has starred in include: Guarini has also guest-starred on shows like Wizards of Waverly Place, a Disney original featuring Selena Gomez. Reports estimate that he's getting paid about $250,000 a year to appear in the somewhat bizarre series of spots. About one year after his time on the singing show, Justin released his debut, self-titled album. Don't miss a beat. Part of HuffPost Entertainment. Since coming in second to the now talk show host, the 41-year-old has appeared in numerous Broadway musicals, as well as, ahem, starring in the not-so-well-received movie From Justin to Kelly (via IMDb).The singer has also played 'Lil Sweet in Dr Pepper commercials for . Justin attends the 99th Annual 6abc Dunkin Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 22, 2018, Where American Idol season 1 finalist Justin Guarini is now- from Kelly Clarksons pop singer BFF to Dr. Pepper ad star, Vanderpump Rules' Lala Kent reveals she's undergoing plastic surgery makeover after split from baby daddy Randall Emmett, Rita Ora adopts cute puppy called Honey which has the 'loudest snore in the world'. In 2013, he wrote a blog post about the struggles of his post-"Idol" life. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Profits are donated to a music scholarship fund at Central Bucks East High School.Justin directed amateur theater groups, including the Riverside Haunted Woods (where he first began growing the famous curls) pre-AI days and had the lead role in many musicals during high school and college (Pirates of Penzance, Phantom of the Opera, Edwin Drood, etc.). The musician has two studio albums: Justin Guarini (2003) and Stranger Things Have Happened (2005). The first Lil Sweet commercial debuted in February. Justin guarini, who competed on american idol in 2002, plays the character and mascot of keurig dr pepper's lil' sweet. [4] Throughout his school years Guarini sang in school choirs, and from 1996 to 2000 was the lead soloist in an award-winning a cappella group named The Midnight Voices. But Guarini has flown pretty under the radar since then. [28] Also in 2016, Guarini was cast in Broadway's new In Transit, the first a cappella musical with book, music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez, James-Allen Ford, Russ Kaplan, and Sara Wordsworth.[29]. making an appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show in 2019. Jill spends her free time binge-watching sitcoms and daydreaming about life as a hobbit, Let us know what you feel about this article. Justin Guarini is in a new Diet Dr. Pepper commercial. Idol judge Simon Cowell praised Guarini's performance in the show's first season, at one early audition telling him "Justin, you know, occasionally you're very privileged when you do a competition like this to hear somebody undiscovered who has a voice like yours", with Guarini ultimately becoming the runner-up to winner Kelly Clarkson in September 2002. Guarini also performed in American Idiot, Romeo and Juliet, and Wicked. Oh, not to mention his role as that groovy Prince-esque "Lil Sweet" guy in the Diet Dr. Pepper commercials. The runner-up from the 2002 debut season of American Idol he lost to Kelly Clarkson has reprised his role as Lil' Sweet in an odd series of Dr. Pepper commercials. Guarini performed on stage throughout high school and college and learned to play the piano, guitar, and banjo. Born on October 28, 1978, Guarini is a native of . Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox, A daily briefing on what matters in the music industry. Justin recently appeared on the American Idol 20th anniversary episode on May 2, 2022. [38][39][40] In 2016, Dr Pepper "promoted" tunes for a Lil' Sweet "album" with video clips, promotional pictures of the character, and the character's own Twitter page. Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings. 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But its pretty well-known that Lil Sweet is actually the Season 1Idol runner-up even if Justin is somewhat unrecognizable wearing Aqua-Netted long locks even lusher than his famous Sideshow Bob curls and a sparkly gypsy scarf that looks like it was plucked from ex-Idol judge Steven Tylers closet. No one knows where he keeps it, though, the soft drinks YouTube channel states. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Dr. Pepper commercials often feature miniature musician Lil' Sweet, Justin Guarini almost won the first season of American Idol, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2012), It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play (2012). You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The runner-up from the 2002 debut season of American Idol he lost to Kelly Clarkson has reprised his role as Lil Sweet in an odd series of Dr. Pepper commercials. It also happened to coincide with the season 2 finale and the release of the movie, From Justin to Kelly. View our online Press Pack. Dr. Pepper commercials often feature miniature musician Lil' Sweet Who is the little guy in the Dr. Pepper commercial? On-air duties with the network expanded to include guest hosting/appearances on other TV Guide Network shows, hosting movie premiere specials, and serving as a member of TV Guide Network's awards show team with on-air coverage of awards shows such as the Grammy Awards and Emmy Awards. He continues his Broadway and theater career in 2015 with "Paint Your Wagon" an Encores presentation by New York City Center and "Moonshine: That Hee Haw Musical" at Dallas Theatre Center.Justin married hometown sweetheart Reina Capodici September 26, 2009 at a Hudson River estate in Pennsylvania, with vows that included step-daughter, Lola. No one knows where he keeps it though.. Aside from Lil' Sweet, Justin has continued to act, with his last two roles in 2018 and 2019. This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again. [10] Critics called Guarini's debut "surprisingly charming", "captivating" and "extremely likeable". You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings. After studying vocal performance and theater studies at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Guarini later moved to New York City, where he attended the School for Film and Television. His performance (which included singing, dancing, acting, and playing guitar) landed Guarini an offer to continue the role in the original Broadway production, which he eventually declined. 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But while Justin was at the American Idol Experience, he confirmed his impending marriage to his fiance, Reina Capodici at that time. Son, William Neko Bell Guarini was born April 26, 2011; Asher Orion Guarini was born February 25, 2013. Justin Guarini (born Justin Eldrin Bell; October 28, 1978) [1] is an American singer, songwriter and actor who in 2002 was the runner-up on the first season of American Idol . Justin turned his focus from albums to performing live and took to stage and film acting. In 2002, Justin's life changed forever when he turned down a role in The Lion King to audition for American Idol. Aside from From Justin To Kelly, he has also starred in Fast Girl, Forgotten Son, Wizards of Waverly Place, Blaze and the Monster Machines, and independent films. Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. They were best friends throughout their time on the show and have remained friends to this day, with Justin making an appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show in 2019. Oh, not to mention his role as that groovy Prince-esque "Lil Sweet" guy in the Diet Dr. Pepper commercials. We also get your email address to automatically create an account for you in our website. By Madeline Boardman. Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) The Recap Group. After taking a sip, the father invites Lil' Sweet into the house to . American Idol season one runner-up Justin Guarini stars in a new ad campaign for Diet Dr Pepper. co-star with her in the box-office bomb "From Justin to Kelly". He is also set to star as Bobby in the play Company at the Bucks County Playhouse from May 29 through June 21. In 2006 he received the NAMM 'Music For Life' Award for his support of music education. One year later, Justin kept up with his public appearances by attending the grand opening of The American Idol Experience at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Lil Sweet is BACK yall! Guarini wrote on Twitter after the new commercial premiered. If you ask us, he deserves more just for that falsetto! Dr Pepper has launched a new commercial featuring Larry Culpepper. Season 1 American Idol runner-up Justin Guarini has returned to our television screens as a beloved character. Idol judge Simon Cowell praised Guarini's performance in the show's first season, at one early audition telling him "Justin, you know, occasionally you're very privileged when you do a competition like this to hear somebody undiscovered who has a voice like yours", with Guarini ultimately becoming the runner-up to winner Kelly Clarkson in September 2002. The Georgia-native singer ended up losing to pop songstress Kelly Clarkson, who now has several Grammy Awards to her name! In addition to singing and stage performing, Guarini plays the piano, guitar, and banjo. Justin Guarini is best known for his time on season one of American Idol Credit: Getty 9 He is now known as Little Sweet in the Dr. Pepper commercials Credit: Dr Pepper Born on October 28, 1978, in Columbus, Georgia, Justin was raised in the Philadelphia, PA, suburb of Doylestown. In the past 30 days, commercials featuring Justin Guarini have had 72,728 airings. He attended the 2016 Tony Awards, where he co-hosted backstage coverage of the live show. The spot premiered during Monday night's College Football Playoff National Championship. [17] Guarini joined the Broadway production of Wicked, in the role of Fiyero from February 25 to December 14, 2014. Is Lil' Sweet a tiny pop star. Multitalented entertainer Justin Guarini portrays him. Now, what about the singer who had his "moment" as runner-up, Justin Guarini? Taking a break from releasing music, Justin became a co-host for Idol tonight and Idol Wrap from 2007 to 2011. There he worked in nightclubs and auditioned for theater roles. Born on October 28, 1978, in Columbus, Georgia, Justin was raised in the Philadelphia, PA, suburb of Doylestown. Justin isn't the only actor starring as a. The former "Idol" runner-up makes sweet music as Diet Dr Pepper's "Lil Sweet," looking unrecognizable in a long purple wig in the latest commercial titled "Birthday." He attended Central Bucks High School East. Justin Guarini (born Justin Eldrin Bell; October 28, 1978)[1] is an American singer, songwriter and actor who in 2002 was the runner-up on the first season of American Idol. Since then, she has, of course, become a massive star, proving all it took at least back then was a killer voice, a dream, and an audition number. Subscribe for Latest Update! but turned down the chance to star in the Broadway production. A middle school acquaintance was fellow choir member at the time, pop singer Pink.In 1996, Justin helped to form an a Capella group with school friends. [43] He has been cast to reprise the role when the musical transfers to Broadway's Marquis Theatre in May 2023.[44]. ", "Theater Review: At Encores!, Paint Your Wagon", "First Look! No, thats not the Darknesss Justin Hawkins or Stix Zadinia from Steel Panther rocking out in those new, going-viral-as-we-speak Diet Dr Pepper commercials. During the thrilling first season of Idolin 2002, when America had found its new pop culture craze and Brian Dunkleman was still a co-host, Clarkson came to embody the show's promise right out of the gate. Kendrick Lamar album 2022: When is Mr Morale & The Big Steppers release date? Lil' Sweet is seemingly the mascot for Diet Dr. Pepper but sometimes shows in ads for the regular version of the soda. He began singing with the Atlanta Boy Choir at the age of four. He was also considering a contract offer from an independent record label, but the show's rules prohibited participants from having existing record contracts. Justin Guarini became the first runner-up on American Idol, ultimately losing to Kelly Clarkson during season one of the singing competition. From there, Justin went on to star in American Idiot, Romeo and Juliet, Wicked, Rent, Chicago, Company, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, as well as many others. Shortly after being chosen for American Idol, he was offered a role in the Broadway production of The Lion King. The film was critically panned,[5] while the album sold 146,000 copies. Via PledgeMusic, Justin released his 17-track EP, JG, in 2016. The couple tied the knot in 2009 after dating for three years. Sadly, the film did not receive great ratings from critics. 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. He also took on lead roles in numerous high school and college plays. He studied vocal performance and theatre in Philadelphia and New York before auditioning for American Idol in 2002. In December 2003 Guarini was dropped from RCA Records. 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The pint-sized heavy metal-soul man shows up at a suburban home unexpectedly where a childs birthday party is in progress to deliver zero calorie sweet treats., Kelly Clarkson Dishes on Justin Guarini, Miley Cyrus on Watch What Happens Live, He sings in the key of sweet and always carries a spare sixpackof Diet Dr Pepper with him, reads a description on the soft drinks YouTube channel. (Justin's godparents are Prince Faisal and his former wife, Princess Azia of Saudi Arabia. Pepper mascot he first appeared as in a commercial in 2015, has returned in a new ad. He has also helped raise funds for Habitat For Humanity, Rockers on Broadway, Broadway's Kitchen Sink, the Children's World Organization, the Foundation for Global Harmony and donated items to a Little Kids Rock auction.In 2011, Justin made his Broadway debut as "Carlos" in "Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown" followed by "Will" in "American Idiot" on Broadway; "Roger" in "Rent" at Surflight Theatre on Jersey Shore; staged reading as "Priest" in Bill T. Jones', "Superfly the Musical" in New York; "Billy Flynn" in "Chicago" at The Media Theatre of Performing Arts in Philadelphia; "Joseph" in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" at The Muny; "Drake" in Stephen King's and John Mellencamp's "Ghost Brothers of Darkland County" in Atlanta; as "Jake Laurents" in "It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" at Bucks County Playhouse; cast as "Paris" in "Romeo and Juliet" with Orlando Bloom on Broadway in 2013; and began as "Fiyero" male lead in "Wicked" on Broadway, February 2014. SEE ALSO: KELLY CLARKSON HOSTS AMERICAN IDOL REUNION WITH JUSTIN GUARINI & ALL THREE SEASON 1 JUDGES! Immediately prior to American Idol, Justin was offered a seat in the prestigious master class program in "The Lion King" on Broadway; he auditioned for American Idol instead and couldn't take the offer from Lion King when he became an AI finalist. His high school and college theatre credits include the lead roles in The Mystery of Edwin Drood, The Little Prince, The Pirates of Penzance, The Taming of the Shrew, and Once on This Island. The judges were very impressed with his audition and couldn't believe he was still undiscovered. returned in a new ad. Just found out the dr. Of course we all remember From Justin to Kelly, the 2003 movie starring Guarini and American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson. The spot premiered during Monday nights College Football Playoff National Championship. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Justin Guarini has an estimated net worth of around $700,000. Justin Guarini was born in Columbus, Georgia, on October 28, 1978.Dad Eldrin Bell is a former Atlanta police chief and Clayton County (Ga.) Commission Chair. The door flings open and a spotlight shines on Lil' Sweet, played by American Idol alumnus Justin Guarini, who sings his arrival as the daughter runs off scared. [18][19], Other stage work includes lead roles in regional productions of Rent, Chicago, Company and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Justin Guarini is back on the small screen, but he looks very different from his "American Idol" days. Michele Amabile Angermiller. . The runner-up from the 2002 debut season of American Idol he lost to Kelly. In a new Dr. Pepper commercial, Justin Guarini reprises his role as Lil' Sweet. Scroll down to find out what Justin Guarini is up to today. Your email address will not be published. March 27, 2015. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. In case you didnt know, Lil Sweet is a miniature version of Guarini who pops up to sing to people and give them a Dr. Pepper. Prior to the American Idol Tour, he was the only contestant asked to appear on The Oprah Winfrey Show, on which Oprah Winfrey told him, "Justin, you have it. Justin joined boys choirs throughout his time in school and even became the lead vocalist in an acapella group called The Midnight Voices. Real-Time Video Ad Creative Assessment. Who Plays the Little Guy on the Dr. Pepper Commercials. American Idol season one runner-up Justin Guarini stars in a new ad campaign for Diet Dr Pepper.. Guarini takes on an alter ego named Lil' Sweet in the commercial. Like us on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/TheSunUSand follow us from our main Twitter account at@TheSunUS, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Dr. Pepper commercials often feature miniature musician Lil' Sweet, Justin Guarini almost won the first season of American Idol, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2012), It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play (2012). You can view more details on Privacy and Policy. Soon after, Guarini signed with American Idol's 19 Management and secured a record deal with RCA. Dad Eldrin Bell is a former Atlanta police chief and Clayton County (Ga.) Commission Chair. Published. Lil' Sweet & The Doctor of Dr Pepper Records play the "Dr Pepper & Cream Soda Theme" as they promote Dr Pepper & Cream Soda and Diet Dr Pepper & Cream Soda -- two new drinks said to constitute a delicious duet. ", By As you can see, it doesnt exactly take much to deserve a Dr. Pepper.